Life Underwriter-12 month FTC

Zurich Insurance Company Limited (Ireland Branch); Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Underwriter in Dublin for a 12-month maternity cover. The role involves underwriting and analyzing new and existing Individual and Group Risk business, requiring 3-5 years of market experience. This hybrid position allows for flexibility and promotes a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate will be a logical thinker with excellent attention to detail and a team player.

Benefits

Flexible working models

Opportunities for training & development

Diversity and inclusion culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years market experience with an underwriting authority for Life and Serious Illness.
• Ability to work independently and to a high degree of accuracy.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning through training seminars.

Responsibilities

• Assess medical, occupational, and avocational risks.
• Produce timely underwriting decisions.
• Collaborate with Chief Medical Officer and Reinsurers on complex cases.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Commitment to achieving excellent customer outcomes

Team player

Education

Graduate with Diploma in Life and Disability Underwriting

Job description

Job Summary

Zurich Life Assurance plc is looking for an Underwriter for a 12 month maternity cover to underwrite and analyse new and existing Individual and Group Risk business. We are seeking an ambitious individual with ideally 3-5 years market experience as an Underwriter. You will need to be a clear and logical thinker with excellent attention to detail and keen to advance your career as an Underwriter.

This role may be available part-time or full-time. The organisation recognises that sometimes the best people aren’t available full-time. Please discuss flexibility at interview.

The role to which you are applying for is a "Controlled Function (CF)" within the meaning of the Central Bank Reform Act.

Your Role

As an Underwriter your main responsibilities will include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Assessment and application of appropriate terms within authority and in accordance with the company philosophy for Life, Serious Illness and IP proposals including:
  • Consideration of medical, occupation and avocational risks
  • Assessment of financial risks
• Produce high quality underwriting decisions in a timely manner.
• Engagement with Chief Medical Officer and Reinsurers on complex cases.
• Interaction with the New Business department for effective and efficient communication of underwriting requirements and final decisions on applications.
• Effective interaction with brokers and Zurich Life broker consultants in explaining underwriting requirements and decisions.
• Ability to work independently and to a high degree of accuracy.
• Build underwriting experience through attendance at appropriate training seminars and broker workshops as required.

Your Skills and Experience

As an Underwriter your skills and qualifications will include:

• Graduate with Diploma in Life and Disability Underwriting (preferable).
• 3-5 years market experience with an underwriting authority for Life, Serious Illness and preferably IP as well.
• Commitment to achieving excellent customer outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time and workload with a flexible approach to work and learning.
• Team player.

Additional Information

Primary work location is Blackrock. Position is Dublin-based. This is a hybrid role which will initially be office based to allow for onboarding.

If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button "Apply online".

Who we are

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide forming the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. We offer flexible working models and opportunities for training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. We foster a culture of diversity and inclusion with values designed to protect, inspire confidence and help employees reach their full potential. We promote equity among professionals regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ+, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose – Let\'s Create a Brighter Future Together!